A Patient Who Is Visiting the Crisis Clinic for the First

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient who is visiting the crisis clinic for the first time asks, "How long will I be coming here?" The nurse's reply should consider that the usual duration of crisis intervention is how long?

• A) 1 to 2 weeks
• B) 3 to 4 weeks
• C) 4 to 6 weeks
• D) 6 to 8 weeks

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Definitions:

Psychosocial History

An individual’s past experiences and personal history regarding social interactions and psychologically significant events, often reviewed in therapeutic settings to better understand current issues.

Emotional Experiencing

The process of becoming fully aware of and expressing one's emotions as a therapeutic practice.

Beck

Refers to Aaron T. Beck, a psychiatrist known for his work in psychotherapy, cognitive therapy, and his research on depression.

Maladaptive Cognitions

Refers to faulty or negative thinking patterns that contribute to psychological distress or dysfunction.